Medical Assistant/ LPN - Orthopedics

Olathe Health; Pavilion; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Olathe Health is seeking a full-time SW KC Mkt Medical Assistant in Pavilion, British Columbia. This role involves ensuring efficient patient flow, assisting healthcare team members, and performing clerical tasks. Candidates must have a high school diploma, one year of related experience, or be a certified Medical Assistant. Additionally, Basic Cardiac Life Support (BLS) certification must be obtained within 14 days of hire. This position offers the opportunity to work in a supportive healthcare environment.

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of experience as a Medical Assistant, or graduate from an accredited program.
• Able to perform basic life support within 14 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate examination and treatment processes for patients.
• Assist with scheduling tests, and maintain patient records.
• Perform clerical duties such as patient registration and insurance processing.

Skills

Medical Assistant experience

Basic Cardiac Life Support certification

Customer service

Education

High School Graduate

Medical Assistant Certification

Job description

Position Title: SW KC Mkt Medical Assistant

Position Summary

The Medical Assistant is responsible for ensuring efficient flow of patients through the healthcare setting by facilitating examination and treatment in a culturally sensitive manner with exceptional customer service. The role includes preparing patients for visits, performing limited procedures, scheduling diagnostic tests or consultations, maintaining patient records, organizing clinic and exam rooms, inventorying supplies and equipment, and assisting physicians, nurses, interdisciplinary team members, and support staff.

Responsibilities

• Accurately schedule tests; obtain films and reports; prepare laboratory specimens according to policy.
• Assist physicians and/or nurses with special procedures and examinations as defined on the competency checklist.
• Collaborate with healthcare team members to coordinate and implement patient care plans; may record elements of patient history for clinical staff review.
• Electronically submit, call, and/or fax prescriptions and refills to outpatient pharmacies.
• Ensure data collected for completed procedures is recorded on appropriate forms and in medical records.
• Maintain medical records and ensure all required documentation is available; distribute reports and correspondence; file, photocopy, and process related forms.
• Maintain orderliness and cleanliness of examination rooms; stock assigned areas and keep supply levels within required par levels; complete necessary logs and equipment checks (e.g., refrigerator, eyewash, crash carts).
• Perform clerical duties such as greeting patients, registration, scheduling, pre‑certification of tests, processing insurance forms, preparing financial records, answering phones, and entering ambulatory care charges.
• Perform simple procedures as directed by the nurse or physician and as defined on the competency checklist.
• Record vital signs, height, weight, and screening procedures in the medical record.
• Execute professional, clinical, and/or technical competencies of the assigned unit or department.
• These statements describe essential job functions and are not exhaustive; duties may vary by department or unit. Other duties may be assigned as required.

Qualifications

• High School Graduate.
• At least 1 year of Medical Assistant experience, OR graduate of an accredited Medical Assistant program, OR hold Medical Assistant Certification (CCMA or NRCMA).
• Basic Cardiac Life Support (BLS or BCLS) certification from the American Heart Association (AHA) within 14 days of hire.

Time Type

Full time.

Important Information for Applicants

• The health system is an equal employment opportunity employer. Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, ancestry, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other legally protected status. See also Diversity, Equity & Inclusion.
• The health system provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. If you need to request accommodations for your disability while navigating the recruitment process, please let our recruiters know by requesting an Accommodation Request form using this link: [e-mail].
• Employment with the health system is contingent upon, among other things, agreeing to the health‑system‑dispute‑resolution‑program.pdf and signing the agreement to the DRP.